Attacks targeting public buildings were carried out in Niamey on August 29. Russia’s Foreign Ministry announced that anti-government forces had targeted state institutions in Niger’s capital and that the attacks had been thwarted.
According to the ministry’s statement, Nigerien national forces conducted the operation, while soldiers of the Africa Corps under Russia’s Defense Ministry supported them.
Authorized authorities remain in control in Niamey
Russia’s Foreign Ministry announced that the situation in Niger remained under the control of the authorized authorities led by President Abdourahamane Tchiani.
The ministry said Russia stood in solidarity with the people of Niger. The statement also said Moscow would continue supporting Niger in its fight against extremists whom it alleges were incited by former European colonial powers.
Russia’s Foreign Ministry wished Niger and the Confederation of Sahel States, of which the country is a member, success in strengthening their sovereignty and achieving peaceful development.